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iShares MSCI Australia ETF
EWA performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of August 28, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +2.40% | +4.97% | +15.75% | +13.81% | +52.88% | +41.61% |
| Flows | -$89M | -$153M | -$111M | -$332M | -$1.21B | -$315M |
Characteristics
The iShares MSCI Australia ETF is built to track the MSCI Daily Total Return Net Australia Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 48 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | March 12, 1996 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 48
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +16.69% | +17.10% | +18.78% | +20.04% |
Max drawdown | -4.97% | -9.96% | -22.08% | -24.92% |
Max drawdown duration | 55d | 48d | 252d | 702d |
Time to recover | 53d | 16d | 63d | 510d |
Replication quality
Data as of July 31, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is EWA?
EWA is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does EWA track?
EWA tracks the MSCI Daily Total Return Net Australia Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does EWA invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap Australian Equities. It is part of the segment: DM Large & Mid Cap.
What is the expense ratio of EWA?
The total expense ratio (TER) of EWA is 0.5%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was EWA launched?
EWA was launched on March 12, 1996, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of EWA?
EWA is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of EWA?
As of August 28, 2026, EWA manages $1.33 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has EWA performed recently?
As of August 28, 2026, EWA delivered a return of 2.4% over the past month (1M performance), 4.97% over the past three months (3M), and 15.75% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for EWA?
As of August 28, 2026, EWA has seen net flows of -$89M in the past month (1M flow) and -$111M year-to-date (YTD).
Does EWA pay dividends?
As of August 28, 2026, EWA has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.83%.
How many holdings are in EWA
As of July 31, 2026, EWA holds 48 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is EWA?
As of July 31, 2026, EWA holds 48 securities, with 75.2% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of EWA?
As of July 31, 2026, EWA holds a portfolio of 48 underlyings, with its largest positions including BHP Group Ltd., Commonwealth Bank of Australia and Westpac Banking Corp.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does EWA invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, EWA has its largest geographic exposures in Australia.
What sectors or themes does EWA focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, EWA is primarily exposed to Finance and Non-Energy Materials.
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